1546 — NGS KX2420 — Pittsburgh, US

USNGStrigunknown#633426
Latitude
40.411033°
Longitude
-79.955658°
Ortho h
222.53 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey network, which forms the foundation of the United States' horizontal control infrastructure. Located near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.41103°N, 79.95566°W, this trig point serves as a reference station for geodetic surveys and mapping activities throughout the region. Triangulation stations such as this were historically established to create a framework of precisely positioned monuments for land surveys, engineering projects, and geographic mapping. As a component of NGS's maintained network, this benchmark contributes to the accuracy and consistency of spatial data used in surveying, construction, and public works. Verification and documentation of these control points remain essential for professionals conducting cadastral surveys, infrastructure development, and maintaining spatial data quality. Periodic inspection confirms the stability and usability of such monuments for contemporary surveying operations and datum transformations.

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1546 — NGS KX2420 — Pittsburgh, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #633426 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 222.5 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.411033°, -79.955658°, corresponding to 40° 24′ 39.72″ N, 79° 57′ 20.37″ W in the traditional degrees-minutes-seconds format. This page is a self-updating reference — all data is aggregated from public open sources and cross-checked periodically against the originating agency.

Professional surveyors, engineers, and topographers use points like 1546 — NGS KX2420 — Pittsburgh, US to anchor total-station traverses, verify GNSS/RTK solutions, calibrate levelling instruments, and validate survey deliverables against known coordinates. The record on this page is refreshed daily via automated pipelines that monitor the public sources for any updates, corrections, or status changes.

Coordinate formats

WGS84 (decimal)40.411033, -79.955658
WGS84 (DMS)40° 24′ 39.72″ N, 79° 57′ 20.37″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (approx.)
Elevation222.53 m
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Geodetic context in United States

The national geodetic reference in United States is maintained by National Geodetic Survey (NGS). The active datum is NAD83(2011) / NATRF2022 (active). Coordinates shown on this page are expressed in WGS84 (ETRF/ITRF-compatible) which is directly usable in most modern GNSS receivers. For cadastral work in United States you may need to convert to the local datum using the Coordinate Hub.

Browse the full list of indexed control points in United States from the country page.

Nearby benchmarks

The closest 6 indexed control points within roughly 50 km of this location:

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US NGS · triangulation station
W 130 — NGS KX1259 — Pittsburgh, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 130 — NGS KX1261 — Pittsburgh, US
1.3 km away · US
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1.6 km away · US
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PITTSBURGH RADIO WCAE SW TOWER — NGS KX2070 — Baldwin, US
1.6 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 1546 — NGS KX2420 — Pittsburgh, US?

1546 — NGS KX2420 — Pittsburgh, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #633426 and sits at an elevation of 222.5 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 1546 — NGS KX2420 — Pittsburgh, US?

The position of 1546 — NGS KX2420 — Pittsburgh, US in WGS84 is 40.411033°, -79.955658° (decimal), or 40° 24′ 39.72″ N, 79° 57′ 20.37″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 17N (approx.).

How can I reach and visit this triangulation station?

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Is this point verified and usable for professional surveying?

This record has been community-verified 0 times. Data quality depends on the source: NGS and official national agency points are typically centimetre-accurate, OpenStreetMap survey points are metre-accurate, and GeoNames topographic landmarks (peaks, hills) are reference-grade only. Always cross-reference with the original agency datasheet before using this point for cadastral, legal, or safety-critical work.

Original source: this record was imported from ngs_public. Always refer to the original datasheet for the most up-to-date and authoritative data.